In a stunning display of unconventional football, Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers achieved a 16-0 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, marking a historic first with zero completed passes. This performance is the first since the Buffalo Bills defeated the New York Jets 16-12 on September 29, 1974. Despite the absence of a passing game, Mayfield completed just three attempts, but the Bucs’ ground game thrived in the pouring rain.

Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell led the charge, combining for 324 rushing yards on 52 carries, the highest rushing total in a single game for the Buccaneers. Irving contributed 170 yards and a touchdown, while Gainwell added 140 yards. Mayfield, though minimally involved in the passing game, made his presence felt by blocking for his runners.

On the opposing side, Michael Penix Jr. struggled significantly, completing 8 of 24 passes with four interceptions. The field conditions hampered both quarterbacks, but Tampa’s strategy focused on the run, leading to a commendable win despite Chase McLaughlin’s field goals being largely unnecessary due to Atlanta’s poor performance.

In other league highlights, Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals earned MVP honors for his five touchdown throws during a 43-36 overtime win against the Tennessee Titans, showcasing resilience despite three interceptions. The Buffalo Bills celebrated Josh Allen reaching 259 career touchdown passes, breaking a record previously held by Jim Kelly.

Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys squandered a 24-10 lead against the Arizona Cardinals, ultimately losing in overtime. The Los Angeles Rams triumphed over the Chargers, who remain winless at 0-7. The Jacksonville Jaguars also impressed, defeating the Indianapolis Colts 42-7, solidifying their lead in the AFC South. The Pittsburgh Steelers continued their dominance over the Cleveland Browns, achieving their 23rd consecutive home win, while the Las Vegas Raiders staged a comeback against the New York Jets, breaking a four-game losing streak.